NFL and iHeartMedia Announce Podcast Partnership’s Exciting Fall Lineup

“Good Morning Football” host Peter Schrager Debuts “The Season with Peter Schrager” Bringing Even More insider Access to Listeners

“El Huddle” Becomes the Flagship NFL Podcast by and for the Latino Fanbase

Plus, NFL Greats Emmanuel Sanders and Nate Burleson Join the Network Later This Year

NEW YORK – October 18, 2022 – The National Football League and iHeartMedia today announce the NFL Podcast Network’s fall programming lineup. With the 2022 regular season underway, the NFL and iHeartMedia continue a successful partnership to bring more of the NFL to fans everywhere. This season, the network also brings listeners highlights from its franchise NFL programming via podcasts hosted by some of the biggest names in the NFL.

“The football season is an exciting time for fans across the country and the world, and we’re thrilled to continue our exclusive podcast partnership with the NFL, debuting a new lineup of exciting programming that complements, highlights and analyzes all the action on and off the field,” said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. “Our listeners can’t get enough of the NFL Podcast Network and we’re so excited for what’s to come over the next few years as our partnership continues to grow together.”

To celebrate the regular season kickoff last month, the NFL and iHeartMedia launched a series of new shows aimed at giving listeners more coverage than ever including “NFL Now,” where Andrew Siciliano breaks down the latest news from the league’s top reporters; “NFL Total Access,” a nightly show giving fans more access than ever to their favorite NFL teams; and “NFL GameDay View,” with hosts Rachel Bonnetta, Cynthia Frelund, Gregg Rosenthal and Patrick Claybon providing analysis and predictions for each week’s slate of games. Additionally, “NFL Power Rankings” with Dan Hanzus and Colleen Wolfe gives an in-depth look at weekly rankings of all 32 teams.

“We are excited about the opportunity to expand the NFL’s Podcast Network and reach new audiences with the addition of compelling new shows to our strong existing lineup,” said Meredith Battin, NFL Vice President, Head of Business Operations and Club Media. “Heading into this season, we held an intention to tap into the player community to help grow our podcast offerings as well as utilize the deep NFL Media talent roster, and with this fall lineup and the continued partnership with iHeartMedia, we feel that we have greatly succeeded.”

This month, the NFL Podcast Network will launch even more new programming for fans with exciting shows from top talents; and later this year NFL greats Emmanuel Sanders and Nate Burleson will also debut their own podcasts on the network. New October podcasts include:

  • The Season with Peter Schrager” - a new weekly podcast hosted by one of the most connected analysts in the game. Peter Schrager of NFL Network and Fox Sports will invite listeners to the table where the big NFL conversations are happening. He will be joined by a deep guest list of decision makers, power brokers, NFL movers and shakers, as well as celebrities. “The Season with Peter Schrager” debuted with New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh as the first guest and is available now with new episodes every Tuesday. Listen now.
     
  • El Huddle” -  a weekly football preview show hosted by Will Selva (Good Morning Football) and MJ Acosta-Ruiz (NFL Total Access). “El Huddle” is the first English-language NFL Podcast series with a splash of Spanish by and for the Latino fan base that celebrates and recognizes the Latino influence in the NFL. The new show covers pop culture and the most relevant league stories from Latino voices and perspectives across the NFL. Fans can listen to “El Huddle” now and will hear new episodes every Thursday. First episode features Pro Football Hall of Fame tight end Tony Gonzalez.
     
  • NFL Players: Second Acts” - former All-Pro Charles “Peanut” Tillman and former Pro-Bowler Roman Harper break bread with NFL legends to share how they’ve taken the passion, drive and dedication that made them stars on the gridiron to achieve success in their post-playing careers. But it’s not just about the destination, Roman and “Peanut” aim to engage in some real talk with legends about their transitions from the game to finding their passion pursuits in other areas of life – and they manage to have some fun along the way. The first episodes premiere October 20, with new episodes every Thursday. Listen to the official trailer now, HERE.

These shows join an exciting roster of returning shows including “Around the NFL”, “Good Morning Football”, “Move the Sticks”, “NFL Fantasy Football Podcast”, “Benched with Bonnetta”, “NFL Explained” and much more. Click here to see the full lineup of hit shows from the NFL Podcast Network.

All the shows from the NFL Podcast Network are distributed by iHeartPodcasts and available on the iHeartRadio app or wherever podcasts are heard. In addition, podcasts from select teams are also available via the NFL Podcast Network including the Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Carolina Panthers, Cleveland Browns, Green Bay Packers, Jacksonville Jaguars, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Pittsburgh Steelers, Miami Dolphins, New York Giants, New York Jets, San Francisco 49ers and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

About NFL Media

NFL Media is comprised of NFL Network, NFL RedZone, NFL Films, NFL.com, the NFL app, NFL+ and streaming service, the NFL Channel.

Seven days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, fans turn to NFL Network to receive information and insight straight from the field, team headquarters, league offices and everywhere the NFL is making news. Launched in 2003, NFL Network gives fans unprecedented year-round inside access to all NFL events, including the Super Bowl, Playoffs, regular season, preseason, Pro Bowl, Pro Football Hall of Fame induction weekend, NFL Draft, NFL Scouting Combine, Senior Bowl, league meetings, minicamps and training camps.

For fans on the go, all NFL Network programming can be streamed live through the NFL app and NFL Network app on smartphones, tablets, PCs and connected TV devices (Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Apple TV, Roku and Xbox One). Access is available for NFL Network subscribers of participating TV providers. For more information, go to NFL.com/nflnetwork.

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The Ninth Annual iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina Presented by the JUVÉDERM® Collection Brings the Biggest Names in Latin Music Together in Miami

Star-Studded Concert Featured Farruko, Nicky Jam, Jhayco, Becky G, Myke Towers, Manuel Turizo, DJ Adoni and Fat Joe

Enrique Iglesias Performed and Was Honored with the iHeartRadio Corazón Latino Award

NEW YORK – October 17, 2022 – The ninth annual iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina Presented by The JUVÉDERM® Collection celebrated the best in Latin music on Saturday evening with performances by Farruko, Nicky Jam, Jhayco, Becky G, Myke Towers, Manuel Turizo, DJ Adoni, Fat Joe and iHeartRadio Corazón Award recipient Enrique Iglesias at the FTX Arena in Miami, Florida on Saturday, October 15.. The event, hosted by Enrique Santos, brought the power of the iHeartRadio Music Festival to Latin music. The 2022 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina was broadcasted live nationwide across iHeartMedia’s Spanish Contemporary hits, Tropical, Regional Mexican, Tejano and Spanish Oldies stations.

This year, iHeartMedia and Enrique Santos presented Enrique Iglesias with the iHeartRadio Corazón Latino Award (Please see b-roll link HERE). The award honors an individual who exemplifies their big heart through their selfless work enhancing the lives of the Latin community and beyond. Iglesias is a global superstar recognized for his musical versatility across pop and urban genres in Spanish and English. Outside of music, he dedicates his time to causes important to him, and has been a strong supporter of the Save the Children organization since 2015. Enrique was named a ‘Changemaker for Children’ by the organization in 2019 after he collaborated with them on hurricane relief efforts following the devastating 2017 storms Harvey, Maria and Irma.

Straight from the FTX Arena in Miami, the event included the following highlights:

  • Manuel Turizo opened the show with some of his biggest hits and his groove set the tone for the rest of the night. The Colombian singer, who rocked a matching colorful shirt-shorts combo to stave off the Miami heat, repped his home country with the Colombian flag displayed prominently on stage.
  • Myke Towers brought the audience to their feet with his beats during his exciting set. Keeping his all-white shorts and hoodie outfit simple, the Puerto Rican rapper let his lyrics shine, reverberating through the arena as his backup dancers showed off their best moves.
  • Jhayco captivated the audience performing fan-favorite hits, beginning with "Tarot," just one of his many duets with Bad Bunny that the Puerto Rican singer-rapper performed throughout the night. He also treated the crowd to "Fiel," "Ley Seca," "No Me Conoce," and "Dakiti." Just before leaving the stage, he also made one fan's night by grabbing her phone and snapping a selfie.
  • Enrique Iglesias, recipient of this year’s iHeartRadio Corazón Latino Award, brought the energy. Cheers broke out across the arena as Enrique Iglesias walked on stage, pumping up the crowd as he led them into a few of his biggest hits, including "I Like It" and "Bailando." Even when the song was over, he kept the music going as he led the crowd into even more cheers and a call-and-response of "Oh oh ohs."
  • Becky G started off her set hot, showing off her fiery moves in a performance of "Fulanito" before moving into new hits like "BUEN DIA" and "BAILÉ CON MI EX" as well as older favorites like "Mayores" and "Shower." Looking stunning in a blue jeweled cut-out bodysuit with baggy blue pants, she threw a knowing look over her shoulder as she moved into her final song, "MAMII." Her powerhouse vocals shone throughout as she danced around the stage, getting the crowd jumping along to the steady beats.
  • Fat Joe brought out all the hits. Starting off strong with "Lean Back," he took the crowd back even further with "What's Luv." The crowd screamed along as he boasted that he's "All The Way Up," knowing that "nothing can stop me," before ending his set with the triumphant crowd-pleaser "All I Do Is Win," where the audience went wild as they all threw their hands in the air.
  • Nicky Jam worked the stage as well as the crowd, hitting all the favorites from "X" and " l Perdón" to "Hasta el amanecer," "El Amante" and "La combi completa" as he danced along with his dancers in front of a colorful background.
  • Farruko upped the already high energy at the FTX arena, setting off smoke machines that perfectly accentuated the upbeat performance of some of his big hits. Backed up by dancers in lime green jumpsuits bringing their best moves, the Puerto Rican singer-rapper strutted across the stage as the crowd belted along to each and every word. He was even joined by a special guest, fellow iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina performer, DJ Adoni.
  • DJ Adoni closed out the show sporting a red heart shaved into the top of his forehead and showed off his own hype skills, getting the crowd jumping to their feet, singing and dancing along with his mixes.

The iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina is part of iHeartMedia's incredibly successful roster of major concert events, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, iHeartRadio Music Awards, the nationwide iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Concert Tour Presented by Capital One, the iHeartCountry Festival Presented by Capital One, iHeartRadio ALTer EGO Presented by Capital One and iHeartRadio Wango Tango.

Proud partners of this year’s event include presenting partner The JUVÉDERM® Collection; and Delta Dental, Goya Foods, Paramount +, Pepsi Stronger Together, and Pfizer and BioNTech. Multimarket partners include Cantu Beauty and Bravo Supermarkets.

To access photos from the event please visit:

Photo Credits: HERE

2022 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina- Best of show:

https://iheartradio.photoshelter.com/galleries/C0000fv2fPZ19DNw/G0000PDIREOBgjH8/Best-Of

PW: iHRFL_2022!

2022 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina- Presenters:

https://iheartradio.photoshelter.com/galleries/C0000fv2fPZ19DNw/G0000WJgIa_u8VDs/Presenters

PW: iHRFL_2022!

2022 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina- Broadcast Room, Onstage, Press Room:

https://dam.gettyimages.com/assignments/iheartradio-fiesta-latina-22

To access b-roll from this event please visit:

iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina:

https://we.tl/t-DeG3B0NnSy

iHeartRadio Corazón Latino Award

b-roll: https://we.tl/t-B60596UItX

 

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Fat Joe Joins The Lineup for The 2022 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina Presented by The JUVÉDERM® Collection

iHeartMedia Also Reveals Celebrity Presenters for the Annual Event Returning to Miami on Saturday, October 15

WHAT: On Saturday, October 15, 2022, iHeartMedia celebrates the 2022 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina Presented by The JUVÉDERM® Collection at FTX Arena in Miami, FL. The annual concert event will celebrate the power of Latin music in popular culture with a star-studded slate of performances. Today, iHeartMedia reveals its list of presenters at the 2022 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina Presented by The JUVÉDERM® Collection.

WHO: Celebrity presenters for the 2022 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina Presented by The JUVÉDERM® Collection include Amara La Negra, Andrea Mesa, Carlos Adyan, Emily Estefan, Fernando Giron, Gemeny Hernandez, Irene Sanchez and Kerly Ruiz.

The annual event will be hosted by Enrique Santos, President and Chief Creative Officer of iHeartLatino and on-air talent for iHeartRadio. iHeartMedia recently announced Fat Joe is joining the lineup of the 2022 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina that will also feature performances by Farruko, Nicky Jam, Jhayco, Becky G, Myke Towers, Manuel Turizo, DJ Adoni and iHeartRadio Corazón Award recipient Enrique Iglesias.

WHEN: Saturday, October 15, 2022

WHERE: iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina (FTX Arena: 601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132)  

MORE: iHeartMedia’s Spanish Contemporary Hits, Tropical, Regional Mexican, Tejano, and Spanish Oldies radio stations will broadcast the event live in their local markets and on iHeartRadio.com.

Proud partners of this year’s event include presenting partner The JUVÉDERM® Collection; and Delta Dental, Goya Foods, Paramount +, Pepsi Stronger Together, and Pfizer and BioNTech. Multimarket partners include Cantu Beauty and Bravo Supermarkets.

Tickets are on sale via Ticketmaster.com.

For more information, visit iHeartRadio.com/fiesta.

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iHeartMedia and EEP Universe Debut “Nicki Fix’s Time Mix,” A Sci-Fi Rock Comedy Audio Adventure

The first two episodes of the scripted iHeartPodcast launch on October 19

Get a first look into the twisty tale with the release of the official podcast trailer, here 

NEW YORK – October 12, 2022 – iHeartMedia, the No.1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, and EEP Universe, an independent entertainment studio building heroic franchise fiction for younger fandoms, today announced the debut of “Nicki Fix’s Time Mix,” an iHeartRadio Original scripted podcast for teens and young adults.  The music-themed time travel comedy set in the 1990s will launch with two episodes on October 19, with subsequent episodes airing weekly on Wednesdays. Listeners can tune in to the official trailer here.

“Nicki Fix’s Time Mix” is a twelve-episode scripted series that follows aspiring pop star Nicki Fix and her two best friends as they try to save their local roller rink – and only performance venue – from destruction at the hands of a nefarious developer. When a freak accident blasts them back to 1996, they’ll have to navigate ancient tech, strange customs, and team up with younger versions of the adults in their lives to set things right. The production features original music by series writer Natalia Yanchak and Murray Lightburn of the Canadian indie rock band The Dears, and a special appearance by Babydaddy of the American glam rock band Scissor Sisters in a supporting role. Head Writer Cecil Castelucci was known as Cecil Seaskull in the ‘90s indie band Nerdy Girl.

“We’re thrilled to be putting out another incredible story with the EEP Universe,” said Will Pearson, Chief Operating Officer at iHeartMedia. “Right now we’re seeing listeners crave authentic, entertaining storytelling so it’s exciting to release a podcast like this that really immerses you right into the story.”

Recalling beloved time-travel comedy classics like “Back to the Future” and “Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure,” “Nicki Fix’s Time Mix” has a strong retro setting for Gen X and Millennial nostalgia, while centering Gen Z characters as the heroes who have to navigate it. And the story’s surprising twists jump far into the future as well as the past, keeping listeners hooked until the very end.

“‘Nicki Fix’s Time Mix’ was something we’ve been dreaming of for a while – a lighter addition to our lineup of scripted audio thrillers,” said Heather Einhorn, CEO of EEP Universe and co-creator of the podcast. “It’s got everything we love from our favorite teen comedies: fun music, trippy sci-fi, and a really compelling premise. And the story is built around kids who are at that amazing age when you’re just starting to actualize your goals, if only you had a shot. Although this one’s for young adults, we know older listeners will love reminiscing about the ‘90s as much as we did when writing it.”

“Nicki Fix’s Time Mix” will join three other iHeartPodcast series as part of iHeartMedia and EEP’s overall slate deal featuring strong female characters and compelling storytelling for young adult listeners. Previous shows launched together include the political thriller “Daughters of DC,” the scripted mystery series “Lethal Lit,” and the teen horror “See You In Your Nightmares.”

“Nicki Fix’s Time Mix” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and available on iHeartRadio and everywhere podcasts are heard. Listeners can visit iHeart.com/apps to download iHeartRadio and listen on their favorite device anywhere they are.

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iHeartPodcasts Introduces “Positively Sex! with Lila,” A New Series that Celebrates Intimacy and Pleasure

NEW YORK – October 13, 2022 – iHeartRadio, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced a new iHeartPodcast Original, “Positively Sex! with Lila”. Premiering October 13 and hosted by intimacy specialist Lila Donnolo, the weekly 46-episode series will explore intimacy of all kinds through a sex-positive talk show on timely, titillating, tender and taboo topics. Listeners can hear the official trailer now, HERE.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Founding member of New York’s premiere sex-positive intentional community, Hacienda Villa, and winner of Clubhouse’s Creator First Program, Lila will keep listeners coming back for more with a multitude of episode formats including editorialized segments, “on-the-street” style interviews, intimate one-on-one conversations, kiss-and-tell storytelling, talk show-esque roundtables, and more. “Positively Sex! with Lila” is designed for the curious and will cover sex, relationship, and intimacy topics listeners want to know about but don’t usually talk about. Lila will take audiences on a new journey every week by discussing fantasies and desires, pleasures and fetishes, relationships and casual sex, alongside practical, actionable techniques that listeners can apply immediately to enjoy a more pleasurable life.

“As a society, we’ve become aware — more than ever before — of just how much we need intimacy in order to thrive,” said Lila. “Most of us were indoctrinated with sexual shame, and this shame is detrimental to all aspects of our lives. The world needs sex-positivity. Desperately! Now! That’s why I’m so incredibly delighted to have iHeartRadio in my corner. iHeartRadio has given me, and sex-positivity, a global megaphone, and, to paraphrase my psychiatrist friend, I’m so excited for the world to get to hear these perspectives.”

“Positively Sex! with Lila” will celebrate intimacy and the right to design relationships the way listeners, and their partner(s), see fit. In the first episode out now, Lila asks, “What is sex, anyway?” and will encourage listeners to overcome their preconceived notions and redefine sex. Throughout the series, she is laying it all out there with guests such as pro Dommes, therapists, doctors, kink masters, sex coaches, non-monogamous people, and folx on the street with opinions. 

Positively Sex! with Lila” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and is available on the iHeartRadio app and anywhere podcasts are heard. New episodes post each Thursday.

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Lionsgate Sound, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s New G-Unit Audio and iHeartPodcasts Debut Thrilling Original Series “Surviving El Chapo: The Twins Who Brought Down a Drug Lord”

Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and journalist Charlie Webster dive into how the Flores brothers went from the nation’s top drug traffickers to government informants

Listen to the Trailer HERE

WHAT: After two successful prison escapes and three arrests, Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán is finally behind bars in the United States. But it wasn’t easy to finally capture the most prolific and dangerous drug lord. In the end, it took twin brothers from Chicago to bring down the powerful Cartel dealer – and they’ll pay for it for the rest of their lives. Produced by Lionsgate Sound and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s G-Unit Audio in collaboration with iHeartPodcasts, “Surviving El Chapo: The Twins Who Brought Down a Drug Lord” dives into the incredible story of the Flores brothers. 

Speaking publicly for the first time ever with co-hosts Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and investigative journalist Charlie Webster, Chicago-born identical twins Jay and Peter Flores let listeners into how they went from dealing $2 billion worth of drugs across the country as North America’s most successful cocaine traffickers to government informants who brought down the infamous drug lord, “El Chapo.”

Forever taunted by the gnawing question of “Did we do the right thing?” the brothers’ decision has cost them permanent exile from each other, their father’s life, 14 years in prison and a life sentence of always looking over their shoulder, waiting for their enemies to take revenge. Was it all worth it?

WHO: Award-winning artist and producer Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and broadcaster and investigative journalist Charlie Webster serve as executive producers and co-hosts in this thrilling real-life saga. The two explore every beat of the terrifying story and sit down for interviews with Jay and Peter Flores in an undisclosed safe house hiding in plain sight. 

WHEN: The podcast premieres October 19 with new episodes dropping weekly on Wednesdays. Fans can hear the official trailer now.

WHERE: “Surviving El Chapo: The Twins Who Brought Down a Drug Lord” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and will be available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

About G-Unit Film & Television

Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson has carved out a thriving television and film career as both a best in class producer and star. In 2005, he founded G-Unit Film & Television, Inc. which has produced a wide variety of content across numerous platforms and sold a myriad of shows to various networks. Among these is the critically-acclaimed #1 show on Starz, “Power,” in which he not only co-starred in but also served as executive producer and director. In October 2018, Jackson and Starz/Lionsgate closed an unprecedented deal for Jackson’s G-Unit Film & Television, Inc. The partnership, touted as among the most significant deals to date for an Executive Producer in premium television has successfully focused on expansion of the “Power” universe with spin-offs ‘’Power Book II: Ghost,’’ “Power Book III: Raising Kanan,” and “Power Book IV: Force.” G-Unit Film & Television also produced the ABC hit, “For Life” and recently wrapped production on season two of the hit series, “Black Mafia Family” for Starz and is set to release the “Black Mafia Family” Docuseries. G-Unit is also in development on the scripted series “Queen Nzinga” at Starz. Slated to air in November from G-Unit Film & Television is “Hip Hop Homicides” at WeTV.  Jackson is also expanding into the podcast space through his new G-Unit Audio banner with the upcoming release of “Surviving El Chapo: The Twins Who Brought Down a Drug Lord” in partnership with iHeart Media and Lionsgate Sound.  The company is also building out its feature slate, starting with a three picture Horror deal as a collaboration with Horror phenom Eli Roth and 3BlackDot.

About Lionsgate Sound

Lionsgate Sound is the newly-formed audio division of global content leader Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B). The full-service podcast production company handles podcast production for Lionsgate’s film & television businesses while also overseeing all elements of podcast production for third party clients. Lionsgate company Pilgrim Media Group – headed by Emmy and Peabody Award-winning producer Craig Piligian – is a minority owner in Lionsgate Sound and handles the day-to-day operations of the group.

The company aims to tell unforgettable stories; amplify, empower, and advocate for unique and diverse voices; and engage listeners in compelling, fearless, heartfelt, humorous, relevant, and inventive new ways. Lionsgate’s film, television, subscription, and location-based entertainment businesses are backed by a 17,000-title library and a valuable collection of iconic film and television franchises, making this division unique in its ability to scale its audio offerings across a broad range of scripted and unscripted content.

 

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Ophira Eisenberg (NPR, The Moth) to Host New iHeartPodcast "Parenting Is A Joke"

Guests include Jessi Klein, Roy Wood Jr., Eugene Mirman, Chuck Bryant, Chris Gethard, Catherine Reitman, Dr. Emily Oster and more

New York – October 11, 2022 – Comedian Ophira Eisenberg (NPR, The Moth) to host the new iHeartPodcast "Parenting Is A Joke" premiering Tuesday, October 18. Parents are overwhelmed AF and could use a laugh. Join comedian host Ophira Eisenberg as she talks to your favorite celebrity comics and actors about their careers and their kids as well as teen angst, Nietzche, workaholism, being ok with not being cool anymore, eating sticks, and debating whether or not kids should watch The Godfather. Guests include Emmy-award winner Jessi Klein, stand-up comedian Roy Wood Jr. (The Daily Show), Eugene Mirman (Bob's Burgers), Rachel Bloom (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend), Chuck Bryant (Stuff You Should Know), Adira Amram, Chris Gethard (Beautiful, Anonymous), Catherine Reitman, Dr. Emily Oster and more.

"Parenting is a Joke" is produced by Pretty Good Friends and iHeartPodcasts and is available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. New episodes post every Tuesday. For more information visit www.parentingisajokepod.com.

Listen to the podcast on iHeartRadio App: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-parenting-is-a-joke-102629737/

About: Ophira Eisenberg is a standup comedian, writer and host. She has appeared multiple times on CBS’sThe Late Late Show, as well as on Comedy Central, This Week At The Comedy Cellar, Kevin Hart’s LOL Network, HBO’s Girls, Gotham Live, Hulu’s Up Early Tonight, The Today Show, and featured at The New Yorker Festival. She hosted NPR’s national comedy trivia show Ask Me Another for 9 years, where she interviewed and played silly games with over 300 celebrities, including Sir Patrick Harris, Rosie Perez, Yo-Yo Ma, Chelsea Handler, Awkwafina, Roxanne Gay, Bob The Drag Queen, Nick Kroll, Matthew McConaughey and more. She is a regular host and teller on The Moth Radio Hour. Her stories are included in three of The Moth’s best-selling collections, including the most recent: How To Tell A Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth. Ophira’s own comedic memoir, Screw Everyone: Sleeping My Way to Monogamy, was optioned for a television series. Her comedy special Inside Joke is available on Amazon, and her new comedy album and special Plant-Based Jokes is available through 800 Pound Gorilla Records, and streaming on YouTube.

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Rachel Zoe Celebrates Debut of “Climbing in Heels” Podcast with Cloud 10 and iHeartPodcasts

WHAT: Rachel Zoe today celebrates the premiere of her podcast “Climbing in Heels” with iHeartPodcasts and Cloud10 Media Productions. 

Following the success of “Works for Us with Rachel Zoe and Rodger Berman,” the powerhouse fashion authority is getting candid with like-minded female entrepreneurs featuring varying backgrounds across a multitude of different industries. Launching with legendary fashion icon Iman—also the Executive Producer of the YouTube Originals 6-part docuseries, Supreme Models streaming on Vogue’s YouTube channel—listeners will gain insight from Zoe’s more than 20-year fashion career, learning about the challenges, successes and everything in between. Zoe and her guests review topics such as female entrepreneurship, balancing work and family life, navigating the changing landscape of business in a post-pandemic world, and more.

WHEN: “Climbing in Heels with Rachel Zoe” premieres today, Thursday, October 6, 2022. New episodes post each Thursday.

HOW TO TUNE IN: “Climbing in Heels” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts. Listen now on the iHeartRadio App or wherever you get your podcasts.

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iHeartMedia Rings in the Holiday Season With the Return of Its Iconic 2022 National “iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One”

Dua Lipa, Lizzo, Jack Harlow, Sam Smith, Pitbull, Charlie Puth, Backstreet Boys, Flo Rida Demi Lovato, The Kid LAROI, Khalid, Tate McRae, Lewis Capaldi and More Top Artists Lead All-Star Lineups in Major Cities Across the U.S. Including New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago and Dallas/Ft. Worth

“The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One” Will Broadcast on December 17 as an Exclusive Network Television Special on The CW Network

New York, N.Y. – September 30, 2022 --iHeartMedia will celebrate the holiday season across the nation with its annual “iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One” – the season's spectacular music event, which captures the music and holiday spirit of the iHeartRadio app with performances by this year’s biggest artists including Dua Lipa, Lizzo, Jack Harlow, Sam Smith with special guest Kim Petras, Pitbull, Charlie Puth, Backstreet Boys, Black Eyed Peas, Demi Lovato, The Kid LAROI, Khalid, Tate McRae, Lewis Capaldi, and more. The 2022 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One will stop in Dallas/Ft. Worth; Los Angeles; Chicago; Detroit; New York; Boston; Philadelphia; Washington, D.C.; Atlanta; Tampa and Miami/Ft. Lauderdale.

“Every year our iHeartRadio Jingle Ball lineup is one of the most anticipated announcements,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia. “We’re particularly excited about who’s playing this year. This is the show that represents the best pop music of the year, all brought together on one stage. We look forward to celebrating the holiday season with music fans across the country.”

Each year, iHeartMedia stations across the country host iHeartRadio Jingle Ball concerts in local cities that feature performances by the year’s most iconic artists as well as emerging talent. iHeartRadio Z100's Jingle Ball in New York on Friday, December 9 will be carried live across the country on all iHeartRadio CHR stations nationwide and will livestream exclusively via The CW App and CWTV.com. In addition, The CW Network will broadcast the event as an exclusive nationwide television special on December 17 at 8 p.m. EST/PST.

“This is the time of the year when the biggest artists in music come together to celebrate the holidays with their fans from coast to coast, culminating with a two hour broadcast television event on The CW Network,” said John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia.

For the eighth straight year, Capital One will be the national presenting partner of the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour. Capital One cardholders will get first access to high-demand tickets and exclusive experiences through a special Capital One Cardholder Pre-Sale in each city.

  • The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Capital One Cardholder Pre-Sale begins Tuesday, October 4 at 10 a.m. local time and runs through Thursday, October 6 at 10 a.m. local time, or while pre-sale tickets last. Pre-sale info & tickets will be available at iHeartRadio.com/CapitalOne.
  • All other tickets go on sale to the General Public on Friday, October 7 at 12 p.m. local time and will be available at www.iHeartRadio.com/JingleBall.

Capital One Cardholders can add a Capital One Access Pass to any pre-sale ticket purchase (while supplies last) to attend an exclusive pre-show event at the Dallas/Ft. Worth, Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, and Washington, D.C. stops, which includes a private performance by iHeartRadio Jingle Ball artist Ava Max complimentary food and drinks, and more.

“We are thrilled to be back as the presenting sponsor of iHeartRadio Jingle Ball and provide our cardholders the opportunity to experience these incredible events in a truly unique way,” said Byron Daub, Vice President of Sponsorships and Experiential Marketing at Capital One. “We know our customers are passionate about making memories with family and friends at unforgettable events like this one, and we’re proud to offer them this exclusive access.”

The 2022 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One Schedule Includes:

Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas – Tuesday, November 29, at 7:30 p.m. CST – iHeartRadio 106.1 KISS FM’s Jingle Ball 2022 Presented by Capital One at Dickies Arena

  • The star-studded lineup features: Jack Harlow, Black Eyed Peas, Khalid, Lauv, Ava Max, Lewis Capaldi, Lauren Spencer-Smith, Jax and Nicky Youre.

Los Angeles, Calif. – Friday, December 2, at 7:30 p.m. PST – iHeartRadio 102.7 KIIS FM's Jingle Ball 2022 Presented by Capital One at The KIA Forum

  • The star-studded lineup features: Dua Lipa, Jack Harlow, Pitbull, Khalid, Bebe Rexha, Lewis Capaldi, Ava Max, Dove Cameron, Jax, Nicky Youre and JVKE.

Chicago, Ill. – Monday, December 5, at 7 p.m. CST – iHeartRadio 103.5 KISS FM's Jingle Ball 2022 Presented by Capital One at Allstate Arena

  • The star-studded lineup features: Jack Harlow, Pitbull, Khalid, Macklemore, Lauv, Tate McRae, Ava Max, Jax and Nicky Youre.

Detroit, Mich. – Tuesday, December 6, at 7:30 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Channel 95.5’s Jingle Ball 2022 Presented by Capital One at Little Caesars Arena

  • The star-studded lineup features: The Kid LAROI, AJR, Backstreet Boys, Khalid, Macklemore, Tate McRae, Ava Max, Nicky Youre, Jax and Armani White.

New York, N.Y. – Friday, December 9, at 7 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Z100's Jingle Ball 2022 Presented by Capital One at Madison Square Garden

  • The star-studded lineup features: Dua Lipa, Lizzo, Charlie Puth, Backstreet Boys, The Kid LAROI, AJR, Demi Lovato, Lauv, Ava Max, Dove Cameron, Jax and JVKE.
  • Z100’s Jingle Ball 2022 Presented by Capital One will air as a television special on The CW Network on Saturday, December 17 at 8 p.m. EST/PST. The CW Network will also video stream the mega-concert live exclusively on CWTV.com and The CW App.
  • For the first time ever, New York’s iconic “Z100 Jingle Ball” will make its debut on the biggest screen with an exclusive IMAX Live presentation in IMAX theatres nationwide. The partnership marks a significant milestone as IMAX expands further into live and interactive experiences across its theatres. Additional information on locations and ticket sales will be announced at a later date.

Boston, Mass. – Sunday, December 11, at 6 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio KISS 108's Jingle Ball 2022 Presented by Capital One at TD Garden

  • The star-studded lineup features: Jack Harlow, Backstreet Boys, Demi Lovato, The Kid LAROI, Lauv, Tate McRae, Dove Cameron, Jax and Nicky Youre.

Philadelphia, Pa. – Monday, December 12, at 7:30 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Q102's Jingle Ball 2022 Presented by Capital One at Wells Fargo Center

  • The star-studded lineup features: Sam Smith with special guest Kim Petras, Charlie Puth, AJR, Khalid, Tate McRae, Lauv, Ava Max, Jax and Nicky Youre.

Washington, D.C. – Tuesday, December 13, at 7:30 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Hot 99.5's Jingle Ball 2022 Presented by Capital One at Capital One Arena

  • The star-studded lineup features: Sam Smith with special guest Kim Petras, Pitbull, Charlie Puth, Khalid, Tate McRae, Lauv, Ava Max, Nicky Youre and Jax.

Atlanta, Ga. – Thursday, December 15, at 7:30 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Power 96.1’s Jingle Ball 2022 Presented by Capital One at State Farm Arena

  • The star-studded lineup features: Sam Smith with special guest Kim Petras, Pitbull, AJR, Macklemore, Khalid, Tate McRae, Lauv, Ava Max and Nicky Youre.

Tampa, Fla. – Friday, December 16 at 7 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio 93.3 FLZ’s Jingle Ball 2022 Presented by Capital One at Amalie Arena

  • The star-studded lineup features: Backstreet Boys, Flo Rida, Big Time Rush, Cheat Codes, Tate McRae, Ava Max, Jax and Nicky Youre.

Ft. Lauderdale/Miami, Fla. – Sunday, December 18, at 7 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Y100’s Jingle Ball 2022 Presented by Capital One at FLA Live Arena, Ft. Lauderdale

  • The star-studded lineup features: Charlie Puth, Anitta, Backstreet Boys, Tate McRae, Flo Rida, Big Time Rush, Ava Max, Lauren Spencer-Smith and Jax.

iHeartMedia and all its broadcast radio stations are committed to inspiring and creating positive change that improves the lives of others. For the ninth consecutive year, ten cities on the tour, Los Angeles; Chicago; Detroit; New York; Boston; Philadelphia; Washington, D.C.; Atlanta; Tampa and Miami/Ft. Lauderdale will partner with the Ryan Seacrest Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring today's youth through entertainment and education focused initiatives. In addition, iHeartRadio’s 106.1 KISS FM's Jingle Ball in Dallas will work with the Kidd's Kids program of the Kraddick Foundation, whose mission is to provide hope and happiness by creating beautiful memories for families of children with life-altering or life-threatening conditions. Each event will allocate a portion of ticket sales to its benefiting organization as well as offer exclusive packages through online auctions leading up to the events.

“The Ryan Seacrest Foundation is honored to partner with the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour for its ninth year,” said Meredith Seacrest Leach, Executive Director & COO of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation. “With iHeart’s generous support, we can build more Seacrest Studios in pediatric hospitals across the country, providing creative outlets where kids get to be stars. We are excited to be opening at Cohen Children’s Medical Center in Queens, NY as well as Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital in Memphis, TN in 2023.”

Proud partners of this year’s national iHeartRadio Jingle Ball include presenting partner Capital One, The CW, Dunkin’, M&M’S®, Mercedes-Benz, Mucinex Fast Max®, Pfizer and BioNTech, with more to be announced. Multimarket partners include Ariana Grande Fragrances, with more to be announced.

The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One is produced by Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia, and John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia.

Artists and/or events subject to change or cancellation without notice.

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iHeartMedia World Premieres Return Single from Paramore; Celebrates Carrie Underwood and John Mellencamp

New National Flyaway Contests Launched for The Retaliators movie, Panic! At The Disco and John Mellencamp

NEW YORK, N.Y. – September 30 – iHeartMedia celebrated new music recently with World Premiere debuts across iHeartRadio stations from hit artists, including Paramore’s “This Is Why,” their first single in four years, on September 28 on all Alternative stations. Godsmack’s new single “Surrender” had a World Premiere debut on September 28 across all iHeartRadio Rock stations. Additionally, The Isley Brothers had a “Feature 5” spotlight on all iHeartRadio R&B stations on September 30.

This week, iHeartRadio celebrated Carrie Underwood and John Mellencamp with special shows highlighting their latest accomplishments. iHeartRadio LIVE with Carrie Underwood on September 29 from Nashville, Tenn. The unique event, a partnership with Meta, is available to viewers with a Meta Quest 2 headset who can watch the VR performance in Meta Horizon Worlds. It is also available on iHeartRadio’s Facebook, and aired across iHeartCountry stations and the iHeartRadio app. Underwood performed a setlist packed with songs from her new album Denim & Rhinestones, including “Ghost Story”, as well as previously released fan favorites, and shared plans for THE DENIM & RHINESTONES TOUR.

Also on September 29, John Mellencamp was featured on a special iHeartRadio ICONS radio broadcast live from Cleveland, Ohio. Mellencamp performed at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to celebrate the announce of his 76 show “Live and In Person 2023” Tour and the opening of the “Legends of Rock: John Mellencamp Exhibit,” a permanent exhibit in his honor. Mellencamp spoke about the upcoming tour, new exhibit, performed hits like “Jack & Diane” and “Pink Houses” and more, in front of a packed crowd. The 60-minute show was broadcast across select iHeartMedia Classic Rock, Adult Hits, Classic Hits and Variety stations nationwide.

Additionally, iHeartMedia launched several National Flyaway Contests this week. From September 26 to October 9, fans can enter to win the iHeartLand Fortnite Challenge w/ Brendon Urie. One lucky winner and a guest will win a trip to Phoenix, AZ, a two-night hotel stay, front-row tickets to see Panic! At The Disco perform on October 23 and the chance to challenge frontman Brendon Urie to games in iHeartLand in Fortnite. Fans can enter to win at iHeartRadio.com/Panic. Also starting September 26, listeners can enter to win the iHeartRadio Haunted Experience with The Retaliators Online Sweepstakes. A fan and a guest will win a trip to Los Angeles, CA, and two-night hotel stay to attend a Halloween experience on October 14 with Jacoby Shaddix from Papa Roach, who stars in the movie. Fans can enter through October 2 at iHeartRadio.com/TheRetaliators.

Starting September 30 through October 13, John Mellencamp fans can enter to win an incredible experience through the latest iHeartRadio VIP Sweepstakes. One lucky fan and a guest will get to choose which stop of his "Live and In Person 2023" tour, running from February 2023 to June 2023, they’d like to attend and receive VIP tickets to his show. The winner will also receive hand-written lyrics from Mellencamp of one of his songs and a backstage meet and greet opportunity with Mellencamp.

Later this year, iHeartMedia will celebrate the holiday season across the nation with its annual “iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One” – the season's spectacular music event, which captures the music and holiday spirit of the iHeartRadio app with performances by this year’s biggest artists including Dua Lipa, Lizzo, Jack Harlow, Pitbull, Black Eyed Peas, Backstreet Boys, Sam Smith, Khalid, Lewis Capaldi, Charlie Puth and more. The 2022 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One will stop in 11 markets and run from November 29 to December 18. The Capital One cardholder pre-sale will run from October 4-6 before tickets go on sale to the general public on October 7. Listeners can visit iHeartRadio.com/JingleBall for more information.

For the latest news, music fans can follow iHeartRadio on InstagramTwitterFacebook and YouTube, and visit iHeartRadio.com.

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